QPL550 - Grill plate RIVIERA & BAR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL QPL550 RIVIERA & BAR

adaptant le temps de cuisson à votre goût. Dégustez bien chaud. en mode gril24 By purchasing this appliance, you have acquired a quality product that reflects Riviera & Bar's considerable expertise in cooking. It meets with Riviera & Bar quality criteria because the very best materials and components have been used to manufacture it, and it has been subjected to rigorous controls. We hope it gives you complete satisfaction.25 DEsCRiPTion oF ThE PRoDuCT 26 gEnERAL sAFETy RECoMMEnDATions 27 sPECiFiC sAFETy RECoMMEnDATions 30 BEFoRE ACTiVATing FoR ThE FiRsT TiME 31 ACTiVATion 31 TABLE sERViCE 34 TiPs & TRiCKs 34 CLEAning & CARE 35 CLEAning BEFoRE FiRsT ACTiVATion 35 CLEAning AFTER usE 36 TRouBLEshooTing 37 TEChniCAL FEATuREs 38 EnViRonMEnT 38 ACCEssoRiEs 38 guARAnTEE 38 RECiPE suggEsTions 39 contents eN26

Hotplate: grill heating zone

Drainage slot for grease and cooking juices

"On/Off" switch (at the back)

Hotplate: griddle heating zone

Hotplate stand (integrated hotplate and stand)

Activation light for griddle heating zone

Temperature control knob for griddle heating zone

Removable grease collector drawer

Temperature control knob for grill heating zone

Activation light for grill heating zone

Main body of the appliance descRiPtion oF the PRoduct

9Please read the instructions detailed in this manual very carefully as they provide, among other things, important information relating to the safe installation, use and care of your appliance. Please do not discard this manual. You may need to refer to it in the future.

• It is essential to comply with the safety, operating and cleaning instructions in this manual. Failure to comply with them will void the guarantee.

• This appliance is intended for domestic use only. It is not intended for use in the following cases, which are not covered by the guarantee: - in kitchen areas reserved for store and office wor

kers, and in other professional environments; - on farms; - by the customers of hotels, motels and other resi- dential environments; - in bed and breakfast environments.

• This appliance can be used by children from the age of 8 and upwards and by persons with reduced phy

sical, sensory or mental capacities, or by persons whose experience or knowledge is not sufficient to do so, provided they are supervised, or have been given instructions regarding the safe use of the ap- pliance, and that they fully understand the dangers involved. Children must be supervised to ensure they do not play with this appliance. Cleaning and care must not be carried out by children, unless they are over 8 years of age and under the supervision of an

GeneRal saFety Recommendationsadult. Keep the appliance and its power cord out of the reach of children under the age of 8.

• This appliance must not be used with an external ti

mer or a separate remote-control system.

• Please be aware of potential hazards in the event of improper use of this appliance.

• This appliance must not be immersed in water, or any liquid whatsoever.

• Complete instructions for cleaning the surfaces that are in contact with food and the whole appliance in complete safety are detailed in the "Cleaning & Care" section of this manual.

• We recommend that you examine this appliance on a regular basis. If the power cord is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service depart

ment, or a similarly qualified person to prevent po- tential hazard.

• In the event of a breakdown or malfunction, or if the appliance is damaged, it must be repaired by an approved Riviera & Bar Service Centre professional. For the contact details of the approved Riviera & Bar Service Centre closest to your home, please go to: www.riviera-et-bar.fr

• It is essential to unplug the appliance’s power cord in the following cases: - When left unattended - After use - Before cleaning or care - In case of malfunction 28• Only connect the appliance to an outlet with a groun- ded power supply that meets electrical safety requi- rements currently in force. If an extension cord is required, use a grounded extension cord, and make sure that the power supply is powerful enough to ca- ter for the appliance.

• Make sure that the mains voltage corresponds to that indicated on the data tag on the appliance.

• Unroll the power cord completely.

• To avoid overloading the power grid, do not connect other devices to the same circuit.

• Do not pull on the power cord or the appliance itself to unplug it.

• Do not handle the appliance with wet hands.

• Place the appliance on a flat, horizontal and dry non-slip surface.

• Be careful not to place the appliance on the edge of a table or work surface, to prevent it from tipping over.

• Make sure that the power cord and any extension cords are not obstructing the passage, to prevent it from tipping over.

• Never move the appliance while in use.

• Never use the appliance out of doors.

• Do not use the appliance near water.

• Do not place the appliance near a source of heat and do not allow the power cord to touch a hot surface.

• This appliance must be protected from frost. Never leave it in a car in winter, or in any other place subject to freezing, to avoid damage. 29sPeciFic saFety Recommendations

• To eliminate the risk of fire, place the appliance on a non-heat-sensitive surface (do not use on plate glass surfaces, varnished tables, plastic tablecloths, etc.) and make sure it is at a distance of at least 20 cm from any walls or partitions. The space above the appliance must be clear.

• Never use the appliance without the grease collec

• Protect glass tables: a thermal or mechanical impact could shatter the tabletop and cause the hot appliance to injure those sitting round the table.

• When using the appliance, avoid any sudden movements likely to affect its stability.

• Apart from during the preheating period, do not leave the ap

pliance on when not in use.

• Make sure that the power cord does not come into contact with the hot parts of the appliance.

• Only lift the griddle-grill hotplate by its handles.

• Never attempt to lift the entire appliance by the handles of the griddle-grill hotplate. It must be carried by placing your hands under the main body of the appliance.

• Do not allow plastic utensils or other heat sensitive materials to come into contact with the hotplate while cooking.

• The griddle-grill hotplate gets very hot when in use and remains hot for a while after use. Be sure to keep its surroundings clear. Be sure to use pothol- ders when handling the appliance.

• Beware of grease splashes. 30• Never use metal utensils as they may damage the non-stick coating on the hotplate.

• Never use the appliance as a heating element.

• Do not remove the griddle-grill hotplate while the appliance is switched on. Make sure that the temperature control switch is set to and that the "On/Off" switch is set to "O" (Off) before disconnecting the power cord.

• Allow the appliance to cool before cleaning and storing.

• Unpack the appliance and remove any plastic bags, pieces of cardboard or paper used to protect the various parts.

• Keep the packaging elements.

• Never leave plastic bags within the reach of children.

• Remove any self-adhesive labels that may have been affixed to the product, as well as any infor- mation leaflets.

• For information on how to clean the various parts of the appliance, please refer to the section entit

led "Cleaning & Care" on page 35. BeFoRe activatinG FoR the FiRst time activation

1. Unroll the power cord completely and make sure

that the temperature knob is set to .

2. Lift the griddle-grill hotplate by its handles to

position it on the main body of the appliance. - Always make sure that the electrical pins on the underside of the hotplate and the connec- tors on the main body of the appliance are completely dry prior to their installation. - If the hotplate has not been correctly inserted, the appliance will not work. Important remarks- When in cooking mode, the temperature of the hotplate will self-regulate, the indicator lights on the temperature knobs changing from red to blue, to ensure that the food is evenly cooked. - The temperature may cause the hotplate to warp slightly. This will not affect its cooking performance. - For suggestions regarding the type of food you can prepare on your appliance, and the recommended heat settings, please refer to the following tables. NOtE

3. Make sure that the grease collector drawer is

correctly inserted under the hotplate.

4. Plug in the power cord.

5. Turn on the power by switching the "On/Off"

switch to On ("I"). The temperature indicator lights (7 and 11) will glow blue. If the light remains off, this means that the electrical pins under the hotplate have not been properly inserted. Make sure that the hotplate is securely fitted onto the main body of the appliance. When properly inserted, the temperature light will come on.

6. Set the temperature knobs for the Grill and/or Grill

zone to the desired position by turning them to the right. The indicator lights will turn red during the heating process then blue again once the desired temperatures have been reached. You can now place your food on the hotplate and start cooking it according to the instructions in the "Tips & Tricks" section on page 34, and those included in the recipes section. When using the hotplate for the first time, there may be some smoke. This is perfectly normal. NOtE The Griddle hotplate is ideal for… - Fried eggs - Vegetables, corn on the cob - Fruit - Flatbread, blinis - Fish, seafood, small shellfish - White meat - Meat or delicatessen products (bacon) The Grill hotplate is ideal for… - Steak (meat, fish, poultry) - Hamburgers, hot dogs - Medium to thick sliced meat - Large shellfish (gambas prawns) Cooking method33 Heat setting Position 1 Recommended temperature for keeping food warm (low heat) Position 2 Recommended temperature for reheating food (medium heat) Position 3 Recommended temperature for reheating food (high heat) Position 4 Temperature recommended for cooking food: - most vegetables and fruit - small and/or fragile seafood (such as small squid or octopus) - finely-sliced meat: 1 to 2 mm thick - eggs - cheese Position 5 Recommended temperature for cooking food: - tightly-packed vegetables (such as red endives (chicory), broc

coli, cabbage, etc.) - thin-skinned vegetables (such as peppers, aubergines (egg- plants), tomatoes, etc.) - sliced vegetables (such as sliced potatoes) - cuts of meat, 3 to 5 mm thick - particular types of dough (flatbread, pizza, pita bread, buckwheat pancakes, etc.) Position 6 Recommended temperature for cooking: - most fish, shellfish, seafood - hamburgers - beef fillets, up to 15 mm thick - fettina, up to 10 mm thick - seafood (such as shrimps, gambas prawns, etc.) As cooking conditions are strongly related to the nature, size and thickness of the food, the heat settings mentioned below are given as a rough guide. Cooking position

7. When no longer in use, turn the heat off by turning

the temperature knob to the left to .

8. Immediately turn off the appliance by turning the

"On/Off" switch to "Off" and unplug the power cord from the wall socket. Allow the appliance to cool down before cleaning. For healthier cooking, remember to push any grease towards the drainage slot, using a wooden spoon to avoid scratches. This grease will collect in the collector drawer, which should be emptied after each use. Under no circumstances should these juices be eaten. Tip - Never pour cold water on the hotplate while it is hot. - Never use metal utensils as they may damage the non-stick coating on the hotplate. - When only one zone is being used, the unused zone will tend to get slightly hot too, espe

cially around the middle of the hotplate. Important remarks34 - The hotplate is mounted on the stand. - When you remove the hotplate, empty the collector drawer and place it back into the stand. This will allow the grease to drain into the drawer while serving at the table. - Be careful not to burn yourself with the juices and grease in the collector drawer when lifting and moving the hotplate. Keep the hotplate horizontal to prevent juices from spilling out, or the drawer from sliding out of the stand. NOTE The Cook & Serve griddle-grill has been specially designed to be used to serve food at the table. To do so, you simply remove the hotplate by lifting it by its handles and placing it in the middle of the table to serve food directly. taBle seRvice - Before removing the hotplate, always turn the temperature knob to and the switch to Off "O" before unplugging the power cord. - Make sure you don’t put anything under the hotplate once it has been put on the table to serve the food. Important remarks

• Food should be at room temperature. We suggest taking it out of the refrigerator one hour in advance.

• As this appliance is equipped with a non-stick hotplate, using oil or other types of fat is not always necessary.

• Before grilling sausages, we recommend that you prick them to allow any excess fat to drain out.

• Do not salt the meat until it is cooked. This would make the meat tough and drain its juices. Vegetables, on the other hand, will taste better if they are salted beforehand.

• When cooking "tougher" meats (such as chops or cutlets, etc.), we recommend that you tenderize them by marinating them for a few hours in wine or vinegar.

• Remember to marinate your meat and fish in mixtures containing spices or condiments. This will make your grilled food more fragrant and your griddle-cooked food more tender.

• If you are making a recipe that calls for a marinade, or pre-marinated meats, remove any excess marinade and dab the meat with absorbent kitchen paper before placing it on the hotplate.

• Oil-based marinades can produce a lot of smoke. You may need to place the appliance under an extractor hood.

• Please be aware that sweet marinades can burn and stick to the hotplate when cooking.

• Do not prick the meat with a fork or cut it while it is cooking. This would allow its juices to escape and make the meat tough.

• Food that is seared quickly is tastier. We therefore recommend that you set the temperature to the maximum setting. Reduce the temperature if the food tends to blacken or burn.

• Always use wooden or thermoplastic utensils to turn your food and avoid damaging the hotplate plaque. tiPs & tRicKs35 CLEANING BEFORE ACTIVATING FOR THE FIRST TIME

1. Wash the non-stick surface of the griddle-grill hotplate in

hot water with liquid detergent and a sponge. Rinse and dry with a soft cloth.

2. Wipe the outside of the main body of the appliance and its

stand with a soft, slightly damp cloth. - Before cleaning or caring for your appliance, it must be unplugged and allowed to cool down. - Never immerse the main body of the appliance, the hotplate or the power cord in water or any other liquid. - The electrical connectors on the main body of the appliance must never come into contact with liquids (grease, cooking juices, water...). - The hotplate and grease collector drawer are dishwasher safe. - It is imperative that the hotplate, its electrical pins, and the connectors on the main body of the appliance are completely dry before the hotplate is repositioned. - The hotplate has a non-stick coating. Do not use chemicals or abrasive cleaning products or steel wool to clean it or the various parts of the appliance. Important remarks cleaninG & caReCLEANiNG AFtER uSE Always clean your appliance after each use to avoid the accu

mulation of cooked and re-cooked food.

1. Remove the hotplate from the main body of the appliance.

2. Remove the grease collector drawer, empty it after each use

and wash it with hot soapy water. Rinse and dry it.

3. Wipe the hotplate with a soft cloth to remove any food resi

due. When dealing with large amounts of encrusted residue, run warm soapy water over the non-stick surface and clean with a nylon brush. Rinse and dry thoroughly.

4. The handles, stand and main body of the appliance should

be cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth. Wipe them tho

5. When all parts are completely dry, replace the hotplate on

the main body of the appliance and reposition the collector drawer in its compartment. StORAGE After cleaning the griddle-grill, store the appliance in a dry and clean place.

malfunctions Causes Solutions The appliance is not working or the food is not cooking. The power is off. Make sure that the appliance's power cord is properly plugged into the wall socket and that the "On/Off" switch is set to "On" ("I"). Alternatively, check the circuit breaker or fuses in your electrical system. The hotplate has not been correctly fitted onto the main body of the appliance. Remove and reposition the hotplate (please refer to the section entitled "Activation"). The appliance is being used for the first time and it is smoking. It is normal for the appliance to produce some smoke when first used. Clean the hotplate with a damp cloth before switching on the appliance. Grilled products are not being properly seared or are slow to cook. The cooking method (griddle or grill) and/or the level of heat chosen are not suited to your requirements. Select the appropriate mode of cooking and readjust the heating level. A lot of smoke is produced when cooking food. Your food is too greasy. Fat causes the formation of smoke. Put less oil or fat (or no oil or fat at all) on the hotplate. tRouBleshootinG38 Wattage: 1,950-2,300 W Voltage: 220-240 V ~ 50–60 Hz Weight: 5.2 kg Size: L 540 x H 140 x W 320 mm The general guarantee for this appliance is 2 years. It covers domestic use only. The following are excluded from the guarantee: - worn parts, - removable or mobile parts damaged due to impro

per handling, as the result of a fall or knock during handling, and affecting the griddle-grill hotplate, the grease collector drawer or the main body of the appliance, - appliances used for a purpose other than their normal purpose within the private sphere. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for possible damages caused by improper use of the appliance, or when the appliance is not used in accordance with the operating instructions, or has been repaired by an unskilled person. Repairs must only be carried out at one of the brand's approved Service Centres. For any information: - in France: please contact an approved Riviera & Bar Service Centre on +33 (0)3.88.18.66.18 or [e-mail] or go to the Riviera & Bar website: www.riviera-et-bar.fr - in Belgium or Luxembourg: contact the Customer Relations Department by email at [e-mail] Worn or damaged parts that are excluded from the guarantee will be replaced or repaired for a fee. The guarantee period begins on the date of the ori

ginal purchase. You may benefit from this guarantee only when presenting the defective appliance with the invoice or proof of purchase. In accordance with Article L111-2 of the French Consumer Code, the availability of spare parts provided for in matters of repairable products is 5 years as from its date of manufacture (information mentioned on the product: batch or serial number). REMINDER: for any intervention, you will be asked to return the product in its original packaging in order to avoid any further damage caused by transport. We therefore suggest you keep all of the original packaging. Place of jurisdiction: Strasbourg. The provisions of this guarantee do not exclude the buyer from benefitting from the legal guarantee for defects and hidden defects that applies in any event within the scope of article 1641 and following of the French Civil Code. All the accessories for our products are available on our website www.accessoires-electromenager.fr Please be aware that using products not recommended by Riviera & Bar will void the guarantee. technical FeatuRes accessoRies enviRonment GuaRantee Please observe the following recommendations: - You must not dispose of this appliance with your household waste. - A selective collection system for this type of pro- duct has been set up by French municipalities. You should therefore contact your local council to find out where it is located. Electrical and elec- tronic products contain dangerous substances that have harmful effects on the environment or human health, and must therefore be recycled.39 reciPe sUGGestiONs Chicken Tandoori Serves 6 Ingredients:

1. Peel and chop the 2 cloves of garlic. In a bowl,

combine 2 tablespoons of Tandoori spices, 2 plain yoghurts, 6 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the crushed garlic and salt.

2. Cut the 6 chicken cutlets into chunks and brush

them generously with the previous mixture.

3. Refrigerate for 24 hours.

4. Cook the chicken on the Griddle hotplate,

adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste. Serve with fragrant rice. Salmon steaks with tarragon and pepper crust Serves 4 Ingredients:

• 4 salmon steaks (approx. 180 g each)

• Freshly ground black pepper

1. Mix together the oil, tarragon and pepper.

2. Brush this mixture over the salmon steaks.

3. Cook the steaks on the Griddle hotplate,

adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste. Garnish the salmon with slices of lime and serve with mashed potatoes. Grilled aubergines (eggplants) with yogurt sauce Serves 4 Ingredients:

• 1 or 2 cloves of garlic

• 2 thick creamy yoghurts

1. Peel the cucumber, remove the seeds and chop

the flesh. Peel the garlic then crush and finely chop the cloves. Combine the yogurts, cucumber, garlic and mint, and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate.

2. Rince and dry the aubergines. Cut them

lengthwise into slices 3 to 4 mm thick.

3. Arrange the aubergine slices in a dish and use a

brush to liberally coat them with olive oil.

4. Cook the aubergine slices by turning them

several times on the griddle hotplate, adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste. Season with salt and pepper. Serve piping hot with the chilled sauce. in plancha mode40 Grilled fish with parsley and Parmesan cheese sauce Serves 4 Ingredients:

• 125 g ground pine nuts

• 4 fillets of white fish How to make the parsley and Parmesan cheese sauce:

1. In a food processor or blender, combine 250 g

of fresh parsley, 125 g of Parmesan cheese, 125 g of pine nuts, 60 g of capers, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of lemon zest, salt and pepper..

2. Gradually add 125 ml of olive oil and blend until

the sauce is nice and smooth. Set aside. How to prepare the fish:

1. Brush 4 fillets of firm white fish (such as halibut,

tropical sole, turbot or sea bream, etc.) with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

2. Cook on the Griddle hotplate until the flesh of

the fish can be easily loosened with a fork. Serve immediately with the parsley and Parmesan cheese sauce. Pancakes Serves 4 Ingredients:

• 1 sachet chemical yeast

1. Put 250 g of flour, 30 g of sugar, 1 sachet of

chemical yeast and a pinch of salt into a bowl. Add 2 whole eggs and combine, then add 65 g of melted butter and dilute with 30 cl of milk.

2. Leave the mixture to rest for at least 1 hour in a

3. Cook small pancakes about 10 cm in diameter on

the griddle hotplate, adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste. Enjoy with sugar, cinnamon, melted chocolate, jam or whipped cream… reciPe sUGGestiONs in plancha mode41 reciPe sUGGestiONs Roasted bananas with rum sauce Serves 4 Ingredients:

• the juice of 3 limes

1. Melt the butter in a small saucepan with the rum

and lime juice. Add the brown sugar and stir until melted. Keep warm.

2. Cut the bananas in half lengthwise. Use a kitchen

brush to brush the slices with the lime juice and melted butter.

3. Position the bananas on the griddle hotplate on

their skin side and cook, adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste. Turn them over and continue cooking. Serve immediately with the hot sauce. in plancha mode Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, drink in moderation.42 Beef Tournedos with Roquefort cheese sauce Serves 1 Ingredients:

1. Cook the beef Tournedos on the Grill hotplate,

adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste.

2. Meanwhile, melt 100 g of Roquefort cheese in

50 cl of crème fraîche, stirring continuously. Serve the Tournedos topped with the sauce and steamed vegetables or pasta. Chicken kebabs with lemon and honey Serves 4 Ingredients:

• 500 g chicken breast

• 1 tsp freshly grated ginger

1. Cut the chicken into thin strips and thread these

2. Arrange the skewers on the Grill hotplate,

adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste.

3. While the skewers are cooking, combine the

lemon juice, honey, sesame seeds and ginger for the sauce. Serve the kebabs with steamed rice and green vegetables and drizzle with the sauce before eating. Grilled duck breast Serves 2 Ingredients:

1. Incise the fatty skin to a depth of 2 to 3 mm to

produce a lattice pattern.

2. Cook the duck breast on the fatty side on the

grill hotplate, adjusting the cooking time to suit your own taste. Serve with apple or fig compote flavoured with gingerbread spices, and mashed potatoes with garlic or celeriac. Lamb cutlets with Maître d'Hôtel Butter Serves 5 Ingredients:

1. Brush the chops with a little olive oil, season with

salt and pepper and sprinkle with thyme.

2. Cook the chops on the Grill hotplate, adjusting

the cooking time to suit your own taste. Serve with Maître d’Hôtel Butter. reciPe sUGGestiONs in griddle mode43 reciPe sUGGestiONs Hamburger / Cheeseburger / Baconburger Serves 5 Ingredients:

• Lettuce, cut into strips

1. Combine 500 g of minced beef, 1 egg and 1

chopped onion. Season with salt & pepper and herbs, and shape the mixture into relatively flat burger shapes.

2. Cook the steaks on the Grill hotplate, adjusting

the cooking time to suit your own taste.

3. Slice several hamburger buns in half and toast

them on the Grill hotplate.

4. Make the burgers: spread mustard or ketchup

on each bun, place a cooked steak on top, add strips of lettuce, a slice of tomato, a slice of onion, a few slices of large gherkin, and close the bun. You can add a twist to this dish by adding melted cheese or bacon cooked on the Griddle hotplate. Sweet and savoury courgette and apricot kebabs Makes 7/8 small kebabs Ingredients:

• 10 to 12 very thin slices of fatty bacon

• 12 soft dried or fresh apricots

1. Blanch the peeled courgettes for 3 to 4 minutes

in boiling salted water or by steaming them. Cut them into medium-sized pieces.

2. Prepare a spicy mixture of salt, freshly-ground

pepper, Herbes de Provence and a pinch of Espelette pepper, and coat the pieces of courgette in this mixture.

3. Place the slices of bacon on the Grill hotplate

and adjust the cooking time to suit your own taste.

4. Cut the slices of bacon in half lengthwise,

depending on the size of your courgette pieces. Wrap the bacon around the pieces of courgette.

5. Cut the apricots into 2 or 3 pieces, depending on

6. Assemble the brochettes by alternating the

apricot pieces and the prepared courgettes and sprinkle them with Herbes de Provence.

7. Place the kebabs on the Grill hotplate and adjust

• 4 zalmsteaks (ong. 180 g/stuk)